Eraiyur
Eraiyur is a village located in Ulundurpettai taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Ulundurpettai (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Eraiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Eraiyur unique in its vibrant Ulundurpettai-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Eraiyur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Eraiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Eraiyur is 633626. The village spans a total geographical area of 752.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 607201. Ulundurpettai is nearest town to Eraiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Eraiyur
Population of Eraiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Eraiyur has a total population of about 8,826, with approximately 4,421 males and 4,405 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,049 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 560 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.24%, with male literacy at about 69.60% and female literacy near 66.88%. There are around 2,009 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Eraiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,826 | 4,421 | 4,405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,049 | 502 | 547 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 289 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 6,023 | 3,077 | 2,946 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,803 | 1,344 | 1,459 |
Connectivity of Eraiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Eraiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Eraiyur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Eraiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Eraiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Eraiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Eraiyur
- Where is Eraiyur located?
- Eraiyur village is situated in Ulundurpettai Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Eraiyur?
- Eraiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Eraiyur?
- The pincode of Eraiyur is 607201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Eraiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Eraiyur is 8,826, with 4,421 males and 4,405 females.
- How many households are there in Eraiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Eraiyur village has a total of 2,009 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Eraiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Eraiyur is 68.24%. The male literacy rate is 69.60%, while the female literacy rate is 66.88%.